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Juror: 6:32am On May 04
bkuranga:



Your number isn't on WhatsApp.
How do I get in touch?
How about dialing the number normally ?
Juror: 6:33am On May 04
chris81964:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evYKaUTzE7w
I noticed there are multiple rods, are they by any means connected together ?
bkuranga(m): 6:39am On May 04
Juror:

How about dialing the number normally ?

He said WhatsApp only.
HeavenlyBang(m): 6:40am On May 04
CuteMaro:

Got this on Jumia. It quotes 8.4ah. Waiting to test once it arrives.

Update on my order, it was just canceled as seller claims he's unable to ship to Nigeria.

This battery you ordered is 11.1v, though, keep that in mind.

My fan, for example, uses a 15v input, which is why the speed of the fan drops noticeably when it's using battery (12.8v). 11.1v may not be ideal. Give us when you can, however.
Juror: 6:51am On May 04
bkuranga:


He said WhatsApp only.
Ok then
CuteMaro(m): 7:00am On May 04
HeavenlyBang:


Update on my order, it was just canceled as seller claims he's unable to ship to Nigeria.

This battery you ordered is 11.1v, though, keep that in mind.

My fan, for example, uses a 15v input, which is why the speed of the fan drops noticeably when it's using battery (12.8v). 11.1v may not be ideal. Give us when you can, however.
I see. My fan uses a 12v input. I understand that on full charge this battery should be around 12.6v. I'm going for this size because the original space for the LA batteries is quite small, and I doubt a bigger one would fit.

Original space is for two 6v 4.5ah LA compartmentalized. With 11.1v and much better capacity I doubt the reduction in speed would be much. Fingers crossed.
oloet: 7:55am On May 04
Baba no try am, a reduction in volts for a DC application will affect the speed drastically

CuteMaro:

I see. My fan uses a 12v input. I understand that on full charge this battery should be around 12.6v. I'm going for this size because the original space for the LA batteries is quite small, and I doubt a bigger one would fit.

Original space is for two 6v 4.5ah LA compartmentalized. With 11.1v and much better capacity I doubt the reduction in speed would be much. Fingers crossed.
Dam5reey1(m): 8:00am On May 04
grin Final results coming to YouTube and TikTok..

Abi make we just conclude..

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Mrreed(m): 8:27am On May 04
86-90% of rated capacity.
Considering it's price, it's a good deal
Brand new 12v 280ah pack will perform better than this though.
Dam5reey1:
grin Final results coming to YouTube and TikTok..

Abi make we just conclude..

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Akaza(m): 8:31am On May 04
bkuranga:



Your number isn't on WhatsApp.
How do I get in touch?

Oh sorry. 0 9 1 1 3 2 0 5 4 4 9
Akaza(m): 8:35am On May 04
bkuranga:


He said WhatsApp only.

Didn't realize it was my old number on my signature, I've updated it. Please feel free to call

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CuteMaro(m): 8:45am On May 04
oloet:

Baba no try am, a reduction in volts for a DC application will affect the speed drastically

If I get a higher battery which will raise the total voltage to 14.8v, doesn't this imply that I can't charge with the normal 12v charger?
bassdow: 9:43am On May 04
bkuranga:



Your number isn't on WhatsApp.
How do I get in touch?
...but everyOne mustn't be on whatsApp na ?

If person no dey whatsApp, na to call the person via GSM, or send SmS message, or request for alternative medium e.g email; no be to dey do like say having a whatsApp is a huge necessity
bassdow: 9:51am On May 04
oloet:

Baba no try am, a reduction in volts for a DC application will affect the speed drastically

That would rarely be noticeable since difference between 11.1v and 12v is too small.

A reduction in Voltage, would lead to an increase in current draw, even ohm's law says this + I have done so on many occasions.

Even a few of my laptops (Core i5 and Core i7) are running directly from a 12-volts battery. AnyOne who have average knowledge, understands Laptops need approximately 19-volts to run.

But if you have been inside electronics well enough, you would understand laptops need approximately 12-volts . The rest is to enable it reCharge it's batteries; and probably power some optional things if present.
bassdow: 9:54am On May 04
HeavenlyBang:


Update on my order, it was just canceled as seller claims he's unable to ship to Nigeria.

This battery you ordered is 11.1v, though, keep that in mind.

My fan, for example, uses a 15v input, which is why the speed of the fan drops noticeably when it's using battery (12.8v). 11.1v may not be ideal. Give us when you can, however.
That the Fan has an input of 15v, probably for a charger, doesn't mean it's directly sent to the Fan's motor. A couple of step-downs would be made that at end of the day, the motor might actually be taking 12-volts or less

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Peterlove11: 10:02am On May 04
Dam5reey1:
grin Final results coming to YouTube and TikTok..

Abi make we just conclude..
You have quite a number of valuable information on your YouTube channel. You can build a niche around these kind of test. Many Nigerians need guidance on what to get and at the most affordable cost based on proven data. Our Nigeria Will Prowse. Welldone

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CuteMaro(m): 10:29am On May 04
HeavenlyBang:


Update on my order, it was just canceled as seller claims he's unable to ship to Nigeria.

This battery you ordered is 11.1v, though, keep that in mind.

My fan, for example, uses a 15v input, which is why the speed of the fan drops noticeably when it's using battery (12.8v). 11.1v may not be ideal. Give us when you can, however.
I think I fully understand now. My own fan speed drops on the 12v battery compared to when on AC power. I think the only solution is to get that 14.8v battery to be able to maintain a decent speed.

Well I don already order, let's see how it goes if it's manageable, I just need anything besides LA batteries coz the last one I bought didn't last up to 1 month b4 doing less than 1hr back up.
HeavenlyBang(m): 10:52am On May 04
bassdow:
That the Fan has an input of 15v, probably for a charger, doesn't mean it's directly sent to the Fan's motor. A couple of step-downs would be made that at end of the day, the motor might actually be taking 12-volts or less

If that were true, fan performance wouldn't be hamstrung when on a 12v battery (closer to 13.5v at 100% SoC).
HeavenlyBang(m): 10:52am On May 04
CuteMaro:

I think I fully understand now. My own fan speed drops on the 12v battery compared to when on AC power. I think the only solution is to get that 14.8v battery to be able to maintain a decent speed.

Well I don already order, let's see how it goes if it's manageable, I just need anything besides LA batteries coz the last one I bought didn't last up to 1 month b4 doing less than 1hr back up.

Same here. Keep us updated.
Dam5reey1(m): 10:57am On May 04
Peterlove11:

You have quite a number of valuable information on your YouTube channel. You can build a niche around these kind of test. Many Nigerians need guidance on what to get and at the most affordable cost based on proven data. Our Nigeria Will Prowse. Welldone

grin
thanks for the encouragement, we aim to test as must as possible.

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HeavenlyBang(m): 10:59am On May 04
Dam5reey1:
grin Final results coming to YouTube and TikTok..

Abi make we just conclude..

Still a pretty damn good deal.

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fuckboys: 11:02am On May 04
Dam5reey1:
grin Final results coming to YouTube and TikTok..

Abi make we just conclude..
where can I get this battery and how much?
FEGEITOK: 1:01pm On May 04
Peterlove11:

You have quite a number of valuable information on your YouTube channel. You can build a niche around these kind of test. Many Nigerians need guidance on what to get and at the most affordable cost based on proven data. Our Nigeria Will Prowse. Welldone

This is solid information.

As someone said be weird or be broke.

In other words, there are so few people from Nigeria in your industry that make these kinds of videos.

Don't stop.

Over time you may even be ed by the manufacturers themselves to test these on behalf of their intended markets.

You will also receive special invites to industry events, etc.

In conclusion, continue to distinguish yourself.

Money will follow name recognition.

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temi4fash(m): 1:35pm On May 04
HeavenlyBang:


0.13c recommended charge current and 0.25c recommended discharge are brutal.

Please how did you cal to get the bolded?

Thank you
HeavenlyBang(m): 1:56pm On May 04
temi4fash:


Please how did you cal to get the bolded?

Thank you

Recommended charge current - 40a. 40/314 = 0.127c

Recommended continuous discharge current - 75a. 75/314 = 0.238c
temi4fash(m): 2:24pm On May 04
HeavenlyBang:


Recommended charge current - 40a. 40/314 = 0.127c

Recommended continuous discharge current - 75a. 75/314 = 0.238c

Thank you
TwentySix: 2:35pm On May 04
Please guys, can I get a power station or solar generator just to power only a 250l freezer and for charging my phones with a 500k budget? Or is that budget sufficient for inverter+battery+ set-up just for a freezer?
Thank you all.

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burnerr: 2:50pm On May 04
kristien4:

(1)Connect from battery PCS port to inverter BMS port
(2) Use protocol L51
(3) Your dipswitch settings, number 1 should be on why 234 should be off.
This is how i connected my growatt hope battery to my Growatt Inverter and it works well.
Hi, please what is your firmware version on the growatt?
funken: 5:34pm On May 04
Did they measure the earth resistance after the installation?

I have equipment somewhere in Delta state that used to get damaged during thunderstorms. But when they made the earth resistance below 1 Ohm, it stopped. In some places, 3 - 5 ohms is ok. The lower the earth resistance, the better the chances of the equipment surviving a thunderstorm.

Did they tie all the 3 rods in the video together? That way, it further reduces the earth resistance. There is an equipment used in measuring this. Get this or get a NEPA official to come and help you measure your earth resistance.

chris81964:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evYKaUTzE7w
Trippledots(m): 5:57pm On May 04
bassdow:
Another reason is, Not everyone is Wealthy enough to afford quality Lithium batteries.

Also, the extra Money you make from Selling Used Tubular batteries, some people would even sell them, before they can add more funds to buy another.

What about Ruggedness ?

No matter how much people try, tubular and SLA / GEL batteries are going noWhere anyTime soon.

See eh, if you buy a quality used Tubular / SLA / GEL battery, you could even use it for over 5-more years sef.

No let dealers deceive you; Each battery technology have got their Strong & Weak points.

Oh men...this is archaic way of thinking o. I used to think that resale value was a good reason to use LA, but it's really penny wise pound foolish.

Case:
I bought 4 brand new LA batteries, at 150k per one. The plan was to use for at least 2years and resell so I can buy again. About 2 years down the line, the batteries are getting weak. To replace them now from same brand is around 1m. Even if I resell them as scrap at the best price, I'll still have to add around 600k to replace them.

E no pay laslas...I'm switching over to lithium gradually.

There are many affordable Lithium batteries on the market now.

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Trippledots(m): 6:04pm On May 04
Bruteality1:


Lol, there seems to a war against Tubular here. I was a novice before I got it.

Will i get Tubular if I had the knowledge i had now? No

Do I recommend Tubular? Yes

Both tubular and lithium are good batteries. It just depends on what you want. I recommend both

You'll even get more usable capacity on Tubular than on Lithium but that's a conversation we don't want to have or we avoid having here grin

How does it handle many partial charging cycles?
Ahyjo: 6:06pm On May 04
burnerr:

Hi, please what is your firmware version on the growatt?
I went through the same ish. Dam5reey just coached me around it.

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